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Company That Buys Zero-Day Hacks Now Wants Exploits for Popular VPNs
Zerodium is looking to acquire exploits for NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and Surfshark, signaling that its government clients may want to spy on some VPN users.
NordVPN: You're Getting a Speed Boost, Thanks to WireGuard Implementation
After testing the WireGuard protocol for Linux machines, NordVPN is rolling out the implementation as an optional feature across its VPN apps.
Which Countries Are Best Prepared for Cybercrime Response?
Countries including Singapore, the US, France, Canada, and Japan have among the highest Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) scores—but readiness goes only so far in the ever-evolving cyberattack-threat landscape.
Can a New Alliance Help VPN Companies Prove Themselves Trustworthy?
After recent confidence-eroding breaches, VPN providers are banding together to form a "trust initiative." This is the industry's much-needed chance to prove it's a safe guardian of customers' sensitive information, explains security expert Max Eddy.
The Best Cyber Monday Deals on VPN Services
Several of our favorite VPN services are on sale for Cyber Monday, making today an excellent time to buy. But don't wait; these deals end soon.
The Best Black Friday VPN Deals
Protect your information from prying eyes with a VPN service. Some of PCMag's top picks are on sale now ahead of Black Friday, so you have no excuse.
NordVPN Beefs Up Security With Audit, Bug Bounty Program
Following news of last week's breach, the company is hiring a cybersecurity consulting firm to do penetration tests on NordVPN's infrastructure. In addition, the company plans on introducing a bug bounty program, and completing a company-wide security audit.
NordVPN, TorGuard Hit by Hacks Involving Insecure Servers
The server did not contain user activity logs, but the hacker stole a Transport Layer Security key, which temporarily opened the door for a 'man in the middle' attack. The hackers may have also gained root access to the server, enabling them to potentially view and modify VPN traffic.
Readers' Choice Awards 2019: VPN Services
The software that protects your online privacy has never been more important. Here's how our readers rank the top virtual private network (VPN) brands.
The VPN Industry Is on the Cusp of a Major Breakthrough
The WireGuard protocol is intended to be the future of VPNs, promising better speeds and security. We tested NordVPN's implementation, and WireGuard appears set to deliver on its promises.
How Dangerous Is Your Foreign VPN?
The US government thinks VPNs based in other countries are a threat, but the question of trustworthiness is more complicated than mere physical addresses. Senior security analyst Max Eddy tells you what you need to know about the software you use to stay safe online.
Russia to Block 9 VPNs for Rejecting Censorship Demand
The blocking is part of a Kremlin attempt to rein in VPNs, which can circumvent online censorship but are required by law to block access to websites the government has banned.
NordVPN Expands Into File Encryption With NordLocker
NordLocker arrives this summer for macOS and Windows. Pricing was not announced, but NordLocker will work on an app, which will require a master password to access.
VPNs on Sale: Stay Safe Online for as Little as $10
A VPN can hide your browsing behavior on public networks and protect your data from hackers.
NordVPN (for Linux) Review
A standout on other platforms, NordVPN does equally well under Linux. While you'll have to use the command line to get it running, you'll be mollified with great support and an exceptional privacy policy.
NordVPN Ends Free Trial Due to Scammer Abuse
'We've noticed an increase in attempts to abuse our free trial service and therefore decided to terminate it,' NordVPN tells PCMag. A 30-day money-back guarantee remains.
Hot Deal: Save 75 Percent on Our Highest Rated VPN Service
For a limited time, NordVPN is offering PCMag readers up to 75 percent off. When we say limited time, we aren't kidding; as of this writing, the deal ends in less than 9 hours.
Is Your VPN Leaking?
For the most part, if you pick one of our best virtual private network services, you'll be well protected. But if your VPN is leaking data, there are steps you can take.
NordVPN Ad Banned for Exaggerating Threat of Public Wi-Fi
NordVPN's ad said that using public networks without a VPN is akin to handing over your personal details to hackers. The UK's Advertising Standards Agency says that's misleading.
How a VPN Review Site Dominates Google Search With a Scam
TheBestVPN.com purports to offer 'honest, in-depth and transparent reviews from real users.' However, the site's co-founder does not appear to be a real person.
